Project Manager

ProStar Surfaces, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

ProStar Surfaces, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Project Manager to oversee projects from start to finish, coordinating clients, architects, and field teams while managing budgets and schedules.

You will ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery in a fast‑paced environment. Responsibilities include reviewing blueprints, preparing shop drawings and submittals, taking-offs, issuing change orders, and maintaining project records.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction management or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read, interpret and use blueprints, specifications, technical drawings.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Client & Stakeholder Coordination: primary contact between clients and internal teams.
• Documentation & Submittals: prepare shop drawings, submittals, samples, take-offs, job books and reports.
• Project Planning & Execution: review blueprints, set timelines, develop budgets and schedule manpower.
• Financial & Cost Control: manage job costs, quotes, change orders and billing.
• Resource & Vendor Management: source materials, track orders, coordinate with warehouse.
• Site Management & Quality Assurance: conduct site visits, inspections, and enforce safety.
• Team Collaboration: work with superintendents and leaders to prepare for starts and resolve issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Team coordination

Budget awareness

Time management

Education

Construction management degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

CAD

Takeoff/estimating software

Procore

Trimble

Autodesk

Forma

ConstructConnect

Job description

Our Project Manger will oversee projects from start to finish. Key responsibilities include managing:

• Contract execution and scope of work


• Insurance requirements and project submittals


• Field measurements, verification, and shop drawings


• Sample procurement and material purchasing


• Purchase orders, project billing, closeout and change orders


• Ongoing communication with field staff

The Project Manager will combine technical expertise, project management skills, and leadership abilities to ensure projects run smoothly, stay within budget, finish on time, and meet client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Client & Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact between clients (general contractors, owners, etc.) and internal teams (superintendents, foremen). Communicate regularly to ensure project requirements and specific needs are met.


• Documentation & Submittals: Prepare front-end documentation, including shop drawings, submittals, samples, take-offs, job books, progress reports, and general project records.


• Project Planning & Execution: Review blueprints, establish project timelines, develop budgets, and schedule manpower and tasks to ensure smooth execution from start to finish.


• Financial & Cost Control: Manage job costs, quotes, estimates, change orders, and billing to ensure projects stay within the allocated budget.


• Resource & Vendor Management: Source materials from suppliers, manage equipment, track material orders for timely delivery, and coordinate with the warehouse manager.


• Site Management & Quality Assurance: Perform site visits to verify readiness, conduct inspections across installation phases, and enforce quality, safety, and health regulations.


• Team Collaboration: Work alongside superintendents, project assistants, and team leaders to prepare for job starts and resolve on-site challenges, delays, or issues efficiently.

Qualifications and Skills

• A degree in construction management, or equal experience


• Be able to read, interpret and use blueprints, specifications, technical drawings


• Be able to utilize Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, CAD, Takeoff/estimating software, Procore, Trimble, Autodesk, Forma, Construct Connect and other typical software packages


• Be able to solve problems, be organized, negotiate, and have good communication

Work Environment and Conditions

• Office-based planning and meetings


• May require travel between project sites within the region

Salary Expectations

• Salary ranges from $60,000+; subject to experience

Key Qualities of a Successful Project Manager

• Highly organized and detail oriented.


• Able to manage multiple simultaneous projects efficiently.


• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to coordinate teams and communicate effectively with clients and suppliers.


• Financially literate with capability to track budgets and manage costs.